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Mr. Andrew Hasanen
September 30, 1952 - October 3, 2007
Andy passed peacefully from the arms of his beloved wife to the arms of Jesus, his Lord and Savior. Left to mourn his passing are his wife Cath, sons Nick and Mike, stepchildren Tony Whitley (Renay) and Tammy Whitley (Trevor) and super special grandson David Edgar. Also Andy’s Mom Patricia Gilley, Dad Ken (Maureen), sister Lesley, brothers Buster (Shelley) and Rob (Kim) and former wife Maureen (Cam) Lennerton, along with many more extended family and friends. Andy coached Hockey in the Cowichan Valley for 24 years and was inspirational in the Christian Youth Hockey Summer Camp. Over the years he had served the Lord in many ways, including a Mission trip to Finland, Russia and Sweden in 1989 with Christian Sports Outreach.
Andy worked in the forest industry for the past 30 years, most recently with Black Label Consulting from 1995-2004 and then TimberWest from 2004-2007 as a Resource Technician. Andy loved his job, his co-workers and the work that he did. He has been blessed with a loving family, a wonderful church family, work family and gym family. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 13, 2007 at 1:00 pm at the Shawnigan Alliance Church, 1603 Wilmot Avenue, Shawnigan Lake, BC. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Victoria Hospice Society (envelopes will be available at service).
Mr. Craig Warren Penner
November 25, 1960 - October 1, 2007
With overwhelming sadness, we announce the sudden passing of our son, Craig Warren Penner on October 1st, 2007.
Craig was born November 25th, 1960 in Lethbridge, Alberta. He is survived by his two daughters Melissa and Emily and their mother Gail; his Dad and Mum, Warren and Bev; his sister Cathy (Tony); nephews Brad and Ben as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Craig was predeceased by his sister, Cindy in 1980.
Craig moved to Victoria with his family at age 10 from Etzikom, Alberta. He finished his schooling at Sangster School and Dunsmuir High School. As a young man, he loved fishing with his friend, Richie, and later commercial fishing with his Dad. He took over the family business, Victoria Deck Ltd and with Gail, ran it successfully for many years. In recent years Craig has struggled with Bi-polar disorder. He was a gentle and kind soul who didn't deserve the anguish he went through. Flowers are gratefully declined, if so desired donations in Craig's memory may be made to the Archie Courtnall Centre, c/o Royal Jubilee Hospital, 1952 Bay Street, Victoria, BC V8R 1J8. Private family arrangements.
Mrs. Pauline Carolyn (Carol) Boardman
July 1, 1934 - October 3, 2007
Carol Boardman (nee Wood) passed away suddenly in her home in Duncan, British Columbia on October 3, 2007 in her 73rd year. Beloved wife and friend of B. Richard of 51 years. Dear mother of Heather (Daniel) Tlen of White Horse, Yukon Territory, Ted (Julie) of Mississauga, Ontario and Susan (Russ) Sagert of Oslo, Norway. Grandmother of Sophia, Helena, Brett, Jenessa, Erika, James, Joshua and Allison. Carolyn is also survived by her brothers Donald and Timothy; and sisters JoAnne and Jennifer. She will be sadly missed by many relatives and friends. Celebration of Life Services will be held in Duncan, BC and in Ontario at later dates. Arrangements entrusted to Sands Funeral Chapel, 187 Trunk Road, Duncan BC.
Mr. Alexander Porohowski
February 20, 1925 - October 5, 2007
Passed away peacefully on October 5, 2007. He will be lovingly remembered by is devoted wife, Karolina and his family, 2 sons, Bill (Noreen) and Mike (Sylvia) and his 2 daughters, Helen and Mary, 6 grandchildren, Stephen (Megan), Zenon (Angela), Phillip, Andrew (Marcia), Kathryn, Vincent and 2 great-grandchildren, Aaron and Mackenzie. He also leaves behind his sisters, Anna, Zonia, Olga and his brother Wasyl and their families in the Ukraine. Special thanks to Rosewood Manor staff for their kind and compassionate care. A private mass will be held on Friday, October 12, 2007. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Alexander's memory to a charity of your choice.
Mrs. Doris Emma Irwin
January 1, 1916 - October 12, 2007
Born in Duncan in the early years of the twentieth century Doris was one of the original students at Queen Margaret's School for Girls, along with her sisters Aileen (Lock) and Beth (Pepler). After leaving school, she opened her own hairdressing salon, where she continued to work until her marriage. Doris flew on one of the first commercial flights from Canada to Europe after WWII to marry Frank Irwin of Birmingham, England. They lived for several years in England where Anthony (Tony) was born. The family returned to the Cowichan Valley in 1948 where daughter Jean and son Ronald were born. Doris, as the matriarch of the family, was the grandmother to Adrian and Duncan Irwin, Simon, Charlotte, and Sarah Norris and aunt to Michael and Carol (LaJeunesse) Pepler. Doris was an extremely creative artist. Her floral pastels, embroideries and watercolours are treasured by her family. Later in life she discovered her true artistic passion and explored the world of ceramics. She especially loved to decorate her white stoneware and porcelain with botanical images touched in gold. Two of the highlights of her ceramics career were taking part in an extended workshop with Robin Hopper at Pearson College of the Pacific and visiting David Leach's pottery in Devon, England. Doris was an active member of the Cowichan Valley Potters and she sold her work in several local gift shops. The family would like to thank all the staff past and present of Acacia Ty Mawr for their kind care for Doris in her last years. Donations in Doris' memory can be made to the Maple Bay Gary Oak Preserve or the Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society.
Mr. Eizo "Eddie" Sameshima
August 31, 1924 - October 14, 2007
Passed away October 14, 2007 in Richmond, BC at the age of 83 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Noriko; son, Raymond (Famey); daughter, Elaine (Brian) Morishita; grandchildren, Lisa, Brianne, Brandon and Derek. There will be a private family memorial. In lieu of flowers and koden, donations to the Steveston Buddhist Temple would be appreciated.
Mr. Christopher Jee Kuang Tham
December 19, 1973 - October 18, 2007
Christopher Tham, 33. Born December 19, 1973, passed away suddenly on October 18, 2007 at Burnaby Hospital. Christopher was the operator of Bridgeport Stamps & Stationery in Richmond and will be sadly missed by his parents (Cecilia & Luke), sister (Jackie), brother-in-law (Elliot), uncles, aunts and cousins. A memorial service will be held in Richmond Funeral Home, 8420 Cambie Road, Richmond at 10:00 am on Friday, October 26, 2007. Christopher will be laid to rest at Ocean View Cemetery, 4000 Imperial Street, Burnaby at 12 noon the same day. In lieu of flowers, donations will be made in memory of Christopher Tham to the Burnaby Hospital Foundation.
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